Member, Thunderchild First Nation
Chief Delbert Wapass joined the SaskPower Board of Directors in 2025.
Thunderchild First Nation is located approximately 120 kilometers northwest of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, in Treaty 6 territory. Chief Wapass’ overall responsibilities include ensuring that all affairs of the Thunderchild First Nation are conducted in accordance with the strategic direction developed by Chief and Council. This involves balancing economic responsibilities with the wellness of the community, maintaining financial accountability and ensuring that the band is running to its best, while upholding treaty and inherent rights.
He learned about leadership and working with people through his roles as a school administrator, an evaluator of curriculum and staff within First Nations school systems, a researcher and analyst for various First Nations, and a governance negotiator with the Assembly of First Nations.
Chief Wapass has also been elected for two terms as an executive member with the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations. His portfolio responsibilities have included education, health, lands and resources and sports, culture, and youth.
